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Applications are currently being accepted for the City Renewal Canberra Placemaking Grants Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
The Placemaking Grants Program is designed to support projects that improve the liveability, attractiveness, and community engagement of Canberra’s City Centre. By funding creative, cultural, social, and economic initiatives, the program encourages a people-focused, design-led approach to urban activation.
Maximum Grant per Project: $50,000
Funding may cover activities, materials, creative fees, marketing, installation, and operational costs directly linked to project delivery
Grants are milestone-based, with payments contingent on achievement of agreed deliverables
Eligible applicants include:
Individuals, groups, and organisations meeting residency or visa requirements
Entities with appropriate insurance coverage
Applicants capable of managing and acquitting grant funding responsibly
Projects must:
Take place within the defined CCMIL Collection Zone, including the City Centre, Braddon, and a section of Haig Park
Align with City Renewal objectives and target audiences.
Application Requirements
Applicants are expected to demonstrate:
Clear project objectives and feasibility
Community engagement strategies
Risk management planning
Financial capability and realistic budget planning
Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and environmental sustainability
Applications must include a detailed proposal outlining the project scope, objectives, anticipated impact, timeline, budget, and evaluation measures.
Assessment Criteria
Applications are assessed on:
Project Impact: Contribution to community engagement and City Centre activation
Alignment with Program Objectives: Fit with Placemaking Grants goals
Capacity and Experience: Ability of applicants to deliver the project successfully
Financial Planning: Adequacy and realism of proposed budget
Diversity and Inclusion: Commitment to accessible and equitable participation
Sustainability: Potential for long-term benefits and legacy
Review eligibility requirements and ensure your project aligns with City Renewal objectives
Prepare a detailed project plan including objectives, budget, timeline, and community engagement strategies
Submit your application online through the City Renewal Authority portal by the specified deadline
Await assessment and, if successful, enter into a Deed of Grant and receive milestone-based payments
Complete final reporting and acquittal following project completion
